Alva Glen Heritage Trust

Developing the spirit of community

Alva Glen Heritage Trust at a Glance

A bit of background

Alva Glen Heritage Trust grew out of a group set up in May 2003 and was formally recognised as a charity on the 30th March 2005. The aim of the Trust is to bring back and develop the spirit of the community by restoring and regenerating Alva Glen.

Our aims and objectives are to

manage and regenerate community land as part of the protection & sustainable development of Scotland’s natural environment

plan and encourage measures that will be of educational, environmental, cultural, social and/or recreational benefit to the community

research the history of the glen, including its' mill buildings and lades and provide interpretation panels to increase visitors knowledge and enjoyment of this special place

return Alva Glen back to a pleasant area that can be used by all of the local community & visitors